Hello, 22!

Sunday was my birthday and it was a pretty good one! Totally something I will always remember, haha. Our party was Saturday night, after a good day with my sister-in-law and her hubs. The theme was Jersey Shore. You can imagine the craziness that happened. :) As you can probably tell, I have a little sass to my wardrobe, but I like to cover up and be decked out in layers. This party called for the complete opposite.

Here is what I wore:
* As a warning, I am dressed like a hoochie-mama. You've been warned!

Dress/shirt thing w chain, Filene's Basement

Dress, DKNY

Necklace and ring, Forever 21

Wedding ring replacement, Nordstorm

Shoes, Newport Bay

Tan, Mystic Tan 

Poof, Teasing and lots of hairspray

Everyone dressed up, it was great. The boys went all out - shaved their chests, bought new outfits, and also got spray tans. It was insane!

I don't think I got a picture of us before my actual birthday present - a trip to Cleveland to see Chicago: The Musical. It was FANTASTIC! I had so much fun, and I think Josh had a decent time as well. Not like he would go my himself and watch it, but still enjoyed himself. The dress was really cute, I will need to dress up and take pictures just to show you.

My friend Katie also got my shoes for my birthday which I wore with the black lace dress. I felt really cute! Although, my hose I was going to wear with it ran as soon as I put them on. I was annoyed, but since I had my fresh tan, I went barelegged. This ended up being a mistake, because our car broke down about 40 miles from home in the middle of the night so we had to wait an hour for a tow truck and another 40 minutes to get home. It's okay though, I didn't let it ruin my night! I still had an amazing birthday and spent it with great friends, and a wonderful husband. Even if we have to replace the alternator in the car, it could have been a lot worse.

Here are my gorgeous new shoes! I am in love with them. After wearing them, I discovered they are about a half size too big, but I will just put some Foot Petals in them and it will be fine!

January 17th, 2010

Shirt, skirt and belt, Forever 21
Tights, Spanx
Shoes, Merona

Everyone really seemed to like this outfit. I thought it was cute, but nothing special. I didn't think the purple looked okay with the leopard, but I guess it did! I need to venture more with colors I suppose...

Also, this shoes are now RIP. Schmitty got a hold of the last two pairs of work shoes I have, so I have to go out and spend some moneys today. I don't know how a 20 pound mini-dachshund can open closet doors, but it's ridiculous.

RIP Steven Madden boots and Merona mary-janes, I loved you while I had you.

January 15th, 2010

Cami, Nordstrom rack
Dress, Old Navy
Cardigan, BP by Nordstrom
Belt, Forever 21
Tights, Hue
Socks, Nordstrom
Boots, Steve Madden




I finally worked today, for the first time since last Saturday. I also have this super cute little bobby pin! It's pink rhinestones. Verrry cute! Also, I am in love with these pantyhose! I got them at the Cincinnati Nordstrom, we don't have them at our store. 2 for $14, a steal! They have lots of cute styles too, but they are supposed to be a one time deal, so if you're around a Nordstrom, stop by and check them out! :)

January 14th 2009

Cami, Nordstrom rack (no brand?)
Dress, Frills
Cardigan, BP by Nordstrom
Leggings, Hue
Socks, Nordstrom
Boots, Bearpaws


Today is was above freezing! Therefore, I decided I was actually going to dress nice for school. I wore my black peacoat most of the day over this, but still!

No work

If you work retail in January, you know how slow it is. That being said, I have only worked a few days since the last post. I work again this weekend, so be expecting some updates! For the time being, my girls and I made a trip down the Cincinnati Nordstrom Rack for some splurging. We also hit the Kenwood mall for some more shopping. Here are some goodies I bought!

Shopping day by xxmoniquem featuring Paige Denim jeans

Paige denim: Probably my best deal of the day! Very, very best! First, they started at $189 at the full line stores. They were at the rack for $79.97. They had a 40% off sticker on them. AND my employee discount brought them down to -GET THIS- around $36! AHH! Love it.

Forever 21 Lace dress (only I purchased it in black): $27.90 for my birthday in Cleveland!

Two Lips shows: Found at the Rack for $49.90 plus my discount

Forever 21 bobby pins, floral and rhinestones, $4.50 and $1.50 respectively

I also got three pairs of hose (one Calvin Klein at the Rack for $3.97, then two at Nordstrom for $14 plus discount)

I must say, it was a great shopping day. I haven't been able to do something like that with the girls in so long, since I've moved from Washington! It was great to have a day away, shopping, spending more money than I should have, and being able to spend it with some awesome girlfriends!

First post of 2010!

Technically, this is the first post of 2010 - however, it still contains photos of 2009. This year has flown by! So many wonderful thinks happened in '09 that I am so grateful for. I married an amazing man, moved across country (a couple times!), went back to school. I couldn't have done everything without the support of friends and family. This was a fabulous and fantastic year, I can only hope 2010 is even better than the last.

Now, on to the outfits! :)



Cami, BP by Nordstrom Dress, thrifted/vintage Cardigan, Susina Belt, Target (then altered by me) Tights, Hotsocks Shoes, Merona

This is what I wore to work December 31st, 2009. I just got these shoes from Target, and I am loving them! They came in gray as well (which was the color that I really wanted), but I decided black was a better way to go. Since my puppers decided shoes were delish, especially Mommy's shoes, I have to re-establish my shoe wardrobe. This is my first new pair of black pumps.

(Yes, I almost killed my dog and made him into a coat when I found all the dead pairs of shoes. It was a good 13-15 pairs, I don't even know anymore. We're not just talking heels either, the majority of my flats have been consumed as well. The saddest part of my year for sure.)

Dress and belt, Forever 21
Necklace, Target
Shoes, Merona
Hose, Nordstrom

Needless to say, I was feelin' foxy! If you don't remember, last year I didn't dress up or go out at all for New Years as we just got moved to New Mexico. This year I wanted to do it all! Champagne, dancing, friends. And we did! It was a great night for sure. AND! Check out the backs of these tights - LOVE. Yes, stars up the backseam! Love them. Check out your local Nordstrom, they were only $14!